From the course: Freelancing Tips

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Which email service is right for you?

Which email service is right for you?

From the course: Freelancing Tips

Which email service is right for you?

- There aren't many tools that you'll be using as much as your email inbox. It's just the reality of being a freelancer. You're going to spend a lot of time emailing with prospects, clients, or partners. And there are many email software options to choose from so you'll want to pick what's best for you. Let's dive in. If all you're doing is direct one-to-one communication with clients and prospects, software to manage your inbox like Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo, or otherwise will work just fine. Just make sure that you choose a service that works well with your other tools. If you use Google Docs or Google Calender, use Gmail. If you use OneDrive and Microsoft Office a lot, then use Outlook. But if you want to send the same email to many people at at a time, hundreds or even thousands, then it's time to consider an Email Service Provider or ESP. This is useful for sending out blog posts, offers to work with you, and more. Most ESPs have a few things in common. You can create a contact list,…

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